1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3001 mm |